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Wednesday, September 23, 2015

I already have a full patch of glass pumpkins in my house (plus a glass-blown apple) but I'm always tempted to add more. Here are several places to get some pumpkins that won't rot!

Palo AltoWhat: Great Glass Pumpkin PatchWhere: Palo Alto Art Center (1313 Newell Road)When: Exhibition: September 29-October 2 (10-7 or 10-5), Sales October 3-4 (10-5)Details: After several days of previews, you can purchase pumpkins! This is the largest glass pumpkin patch in California, with more than 10,000 hand-blown pumpkins for sale by 29 artists.

San JoseWhat: Glass Pumpkin Festival at Santana RowWhere: Santana Row Park, across from Left Bank BrasserieWhen: Saturday and Sunday, October 10 (10 a.m. to 8 p.m.) and October 11 (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)Details: Stroll through thousands of hand-blown glass pumpkins crafted by BAGI (Bay Area Glass Institute) artists and renowned glass artisans from around the country. The pumpkins will be available in an assortment of colors, sizes and a range of prices.